Burberry Cherry Red, Military Red, Poppy Red Kisses Sheer Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches
Cherry Red (301)
Burberry Cherry Red (301) Kisses Sheer Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a muted, medium pink-red with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had buildable pigmentation from semi-sheer to medium (two layers) with a creamy, very emollient texture. The color went on evenly but did allow my natural lip color to come through (and is naturally a bit uneven). It wore well for three and a half hours but was hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lancome Lie de Vin (192) (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, less glossy (95% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Not So Meeka (LE, $24.00) is cooler, less glossy (90% similar).
- Cle de Peau Red Carpet (LE, $65.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Genius (913) (P, $32.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Gucci Beauty Diana Amber (508) (P, $42.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Revlon Cherry Blossom (P, $8.49) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- YSL Burgundy Bodysuit (155) (P, $38.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Gucci Beauty Eadie Scarlet (502) (P, $42.00) is more shimmery, warmer, less glossy (90% similar).
- ColourPop Peacocky (LE, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Laura Mercier Vivien (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$34.00/0.11 oz. - $309.09 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "buildable colour" with a "satin finish" and "continuous hydration." They have medium, buildable coverage with some shades having more semi-opaque, buildable coverage. I found that "a layer" depended on the shade, as some seemed to go on more heavily--and looked more like a cream finish--and others were more emollient, a bit thinner, and translucent and had more of a stained-like finish. The brand recommended "two to three" layers for more "intense depth and vibrancy." For all swatches, I applied two layers, and in each shade's respective review, you'll find the coverage range described. Generally speaking, though, they definitely weren't ultra-sheer in one layer; two layers was only needed for more opaque coverage with most shades.
The consistency was more emollient with noticeable slip, which made it easy to apply across my lips, but they can feel like they're melting as you apply. In my experience, this can lead to over-applying product, so it's just something I'm more aware of while applying this type of formula to ensure that I don't layer on too much product. Most shades applied evenly, but a fair number of them had slight settling--the kind that I can see in the close-up photos but not so much just looking in the mirror--to more noticeable settling in my lip lines due to how much slip the formula had. The slip made them comfortable, like a juicy lip balm, and the hydration was there throughout wear and my lips didn't feel dry or tight for hours after the color had worn off. They lasted between three and five hours on me with some of the richer, deeper hues leaving behind subtle stains.
There wasn't any noticeable scent or taste. Burberry's lipstick cases close magnetically, which I've found keeps the caps on very securely and ensures that it always closes when you put the cap back on!
Browse all of our Burberry Kisses Sheer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Polybutene, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax), Dicalcium Phosphate, Mica, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Bht, Tin Oxide, [+/- (May Contain): Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 6, Red 7 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 45380 (Red 22 Lake), Ci 73360 (Red 30 Lake), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Cherry Red (301)
PPermanent. $34.00.
Military Red (305)
Burberry Military Red (305) Kisses Sheer Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark red with neutral undertones and a cream finish. It had buildable pigmentation from semi-opaque to opaque coverage (two layers); it was definitely one of the more pigmented shades in the range. The consistency was smooth, creamy, and very comfortable to apply and to wear, though it might be more prone to feathering on some (it didn’t on me but that’s not something I typically experience). The color stayed on nicely for five hours and was moisturizing while worn.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Clinique Red Carpet (P, $19.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Cle de Peau Red Lantern (P, $65.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Revlon Certainly Red (P, $8.49) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- YSL Le Rouge (1) (PiP, $38.00) is more shimmery, less glossy (95% similar).
- Chanel Carmin (LE, $37.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Popsicle Lips (28) (P, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Empowered (04) (P, $13.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Cle de Peau Dragon Red (P, $65.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Fucking Fabulous (LE, $60.00) is cooler, less glossy (95% similar).
- L'Oreal Enamel Red (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$34.00/0.11 oz. - $309.09 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "buildable colour" with a "satin finish" and "continuous hydration." They have medium, buildable coverage with some shades having more semi-opaque, buildable coverage. I found that "a layer" depended on the shade, as some seemed to go on more heavily--and looked more like a cream finish--and others were more emollient, a bit thinner, and translucent and had more of a stained-like finish. The brand recommended "two to three" layers for more "intense depth and vibrancy." For all swatches, I applied two layers, and in each shade's respective review, you'll find the coverage range described. Generally speaking, though, they definitely weren't ultra-sheer in one layer; two layers was only needed for more opaque coverage with most shades.
The consistency was more emollient with noticeable slip, which made it easy to apply across my lips, but they can feel like they're melting as you apply. In my experience, this can lead to over-applying product, so it's just something I'm more aware of while applying this type of formula to ensure that I don't layer on too much product. Most shades applied evenly, but a fair number of them had slight settling--the kind that I can see in the close-up photos but not so much just looking in the mirror--to more noticeable settling in my lip lines due to how much slip the formula had. The slip made them comfortable, like a juicy lip balm, and the hydration was there throughout wear and my lips didn't feel dry or tight for hours after the color had worn off. They lasted between three and five hours on me with some of the richer, deeper hues leaving behind subtle stains.
There wasn't any noticeable scent or taste. Burberry's lipstick cases close magnetically, which I've found keeps the caps on very securely and ensures that it always closes when you put the cap back on!
Browse all of our Burberry Kisses Sheer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Polybutene, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax), Dicalcium Phosphate, Mica, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Bht, Tin Oxide, [+/- (May Contain): Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 6, Red 7 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 45380 (Red 22 Lake), Ci 73360 (Red 30 Lake), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Military Red (305)
PPermanent. $34.00.
Poppy Red (309)
Burberry Poppy Red (309) Kisses Sheer Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a muted, medium pinky-red with subtle, cool undertones and a fine dusting of red pearl throughout the luminous finish. The consistency was lightweight, smooth, and creamy with a balm-like slip that made it feel “wet” initially but it didn’t slide around too much during wear. It had buildable pigmentation from medium to semi-opaque (two layers) that lasted well for four hours and was moisturizing over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Revlon Cherry Blossom (P, $8.49) is cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Sonja (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, less glossy (90% similar).
- MAC Life's Blood (DC, $21.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Cle de Peau Red Carpet (LE, $65.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Vivien (LE, $26.00) is less shimmery, cooler, less glossy (90% similar).
- Guerlain Rouge Saphir (821) (DC, $58.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Guerlain #25 (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Milani Fantasy (P, $8.99) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Guerlain #21 (P, $36.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Lancome Lie de Vin (192) (P, $32.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$34.00/0.11 oz. - $309.09 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "buildable colour" with a "satin finish" and "continuous hydration." They have medium, buildable coverage with some shades having more semi-opaque, buildable coverage. I found that "a layer" depended on the shade, as some seemed to go on more heavily--and looked more like a cream finish--and others were more emollient, a bit thinner, and translucent and had more of a stained-like finish. The brand recommended "two to three" layers for more "intense depth and vibrancy." For all swatches, I applied two layers, and in each shade's respective review, you'll find the coverage range described. Generally speaking, though, they definitely weren't ultra-sheer in one layer; two layers was only needed for more opaque coverage with most shades.
The consistency was more emollient with noticeable slip, which made it easy to apply across my lips, but they can feel like they're melting as you apply. In my experience, this can lead to over-applying product, so it's just something I'm more aware of while applying this type of formula to ensure that I don't layer on too much product. Most shades applied evenly, but a fair number of them had slight settling--the kind that I can see in the close-up photos but not so much just looking in the mirror--to more noticeable settling in my lip lines due to how much slip the formula had. The slip made them comfortable, like a juicy lip balm, and the hydration was there throughout wear and my lips didn't feel dry or tight for hours after the color had worn off. They lasted between three and five hours on me with some of the richer, deeper hues leaving behind subtle stains.
There wasn't any noticeable scent or taste. Burberry's lipstick cases close magnetically, which I've found keeps the caps on very securely and ensures that it always closes when you put the cap back on!
Browse all of our Burberry Kisses Sheer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Polybutene, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax), Dicalcium Phosphate, Mica, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Bht, Tin Oxide, [+/- (May Contain): Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 6, Red 7 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 45380 (Red 22 Lake), Ci 73360 (Red 30 Lake), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Cherry Red vs Poppy Red. ?
I love the very popsicle stained hue of Cherry Red. It has a softer red tint that looks so spring/summer perfect and “fresh”!
Poppy Red has a GORGEOUS luminosity going on, though! Like; WOAH! Only catch is, I do have Maybelline On Fire Red and MAC Como La Flor. So, I suppose I’m covered in that department, huh.
That Military Red shade is divine!
These buildable semi-shear lippies are virtually all gorgeous.
I’m on a no buy for w months as we move. Sad for the product lover in me. Happy dance for new home.
Military Red is gorgeous!
I have it on the wish list and I think it’s one I’ll get in the not so far away future.